'Anti-national' school library book rocks J&K, 8 officials suspended

A political storm has erupted in Jammu and Kashmir after the discovery of a book in government school libraries that describes the region as 'India-occupied Kashmir' and 'Indian-held Kashmir'. This has led to a significant backlash, with many officials facing suspension. The book's content has been deemed controversial, particularly its reference to the banned JKLF founder Maqbool. The mention of the region in such terms has sparked a heated debate, with many questioning how such a book was approved for use in government schools. The controversy has resulted in the suspension of 8 officials, highlighting the sensitivity of the issue. The incident has also raised concerns about the vetting process for educational materials in the region. The book's description of the region has been seen as inflammatory, and the government's response has been swift, with officials being held accountable for the oversight.